Donor Who Started IBM Online Banking System Seven Decades Ago Continues to Impact the Industry05/02/2025 09:30:45 AMEd Frick, 97, congratulates student Brandon Burrow (green shirt), who was the recipient of his $1,000 scholarship gift to pursue technology and computer science. Joining them were L-R – Ed Spitler, Dean, Workforce and Applied Programs Distinguished Professor, Engineering and Construction Technologies, Matthew Sheffield, Professor for Engineering & Construction Technology & Interim Department Chair for Engineering, Construction, and Computer Technology and President Sandy Stewart.Ninety-seven-year-old Edward R. Frick of Pinehurst, has never stopped believing in technology and its advancements over the years after his three-decade career with IBM. Since 2018, when he funded the Frick Innovation and Technology Center at Sandhills Community College he has presented two scholarships to students as part of the Frick Technology Achievement Award annually. His goal is to help clarify the major role that technology will play inEd Frick, 97, congratulates student Brandon Burrow (green shirt), who was the recipient of his $1,000 scholarship gift to pursue technology and computer science. Joining them were L-R – Ed Spitler, Dean, Workforce and Applied Programs Distinguished Professor, Engineering and Construction Technologies, Matthew Sheffield, Professor for Engineering & Construction Technology & Interim Department Chair for Engineering, Construction, and Computer Technology and President Sandy Stewart.